Chapter 7

Assistance From The Goddess Of Love

[Perball and Clardusa travel further, only to see Aphrosami across the area, entering fruit batches and collecting wine. The latter heading elsewhere and getting glares from the nearby villagers, shaking her body flirtatiously]

Perball: [points his finger at her] There she is! The Goddess of Love herself.

Clardusa: [tilted her head] What is she doing out here? Shouldn't she be at Olympus?

Perball: [shrugs] Perhaps she's here to make her rounds. [narrowed eyes] And receiving unwanted attention expectedly.

Clardusa: [scratches head] How are we supposed to get to her without getting spotted?

Perball: Perhaps wait until the coast is clear, and then we reach her.

[The two saw her all alone, walking away from the market as she held veils]

Perball: Okay, the people are gone. We can go to her now. [checks his satchel] In case we get inside the market again, I have plenty of coins after a few fights I entered. Suppose you get hungry.

Clardusa: [sighs] Alright, warrior. Let's not lose our chance.

[The two headed to Aphrosami]

[Aphrosami turns around, seeing the two]

Aphrosami: [smiles] Oh, what's this? My eyes were drawn to a warrior and a villager.

Perball: [bows] Aphrosami. We have much to discuss.

Clardusa: [sighs] Speaking of food, we should get some after this.

Perball: [To Clardusa] Don't worry, it won't take long.

Aphrosami: Is there something you're looking for from me? Like an item, I supposed. [scratches chin, looks at Perball] Wait a minute. [gasped] Oh, the warrior himself, Perball.

Perball: [nods] Yes. I guess you heard about my return home.

Aphrosami: [nods in return] Yes. Julmes spread the word of your victory across the lands, and even Anithena and Heracole mentioned your assistance for their request. Such astonishing accomplishments, including defeating the Gorgon. [turns to Clardusa] And...[tilted her head] Who's this?

[Clardusa sweat drops]

Perball: Oh, her? She's my...traveling partner.

[Aphrosami looks to Clardusa]

Aphrosami: I wonder. Are you his girlfriend?

[Clardusa turned crimson, trying to control herself]

Clardusa: [shakes head] No.

Aphrosami: Oh? Then, why is your face as red as a ruby?

Perball: In fairness, you're getting a bit too close. My partner tends to feel uneasy when this happens.

[Clardusa nods]

Aphrosami: I see.

Aphrosami: Hmm. What's your name, traveler?

Clardusa: Um... Its-

[Perball sweat drops, thinks of a name]

Perball: Jewel! Her name is Jewel, I recall. It's short for Jewelia.

Clardusa: [stutters] Y-Yes! I'm Jewelia.

Perball: It is simple. My friend is dealing with a bleak situation, so we are attempting to remain out of sight until things cool off. I am requesting access to magic and potions to help with this.

Aphrosami: [narrowed eyes] Oooh. It seems like you're trying to avoid contention.

Clardusa: I'm scared of what could come next. That's about the size of it.

Aphrosami: What's the matter? Having trouble with warriors, I suppose?

Clardusa: [looking down] My...folks and I were in a dire situation. Perball kindly offered to help us out, providing us with the necessary resources in case anything happened.

Aphrosami: Really?

Perball: She and others fled, and that caught attention.

Hmm. Okay, but I do request something in return once this settles.

Perball: Deal.

Clardusa: Thanks.

[Somewhere in Tartarus...]

[Gaydes checking the recent deaths]

Gaydes: [with a list] Let's see, I got the Grey Sisters, Rolibos, and the warriors killed by the Gorgon.

Margaphone: [rolls eyes] And that giant we have is getting company. Is that all, honey?

Gaydes: So far, so good. [noticed something] Wait.

[Clardusa's name was on the list, Clarissa and the God of the Dead look around]

Gaydes: [scratched head] It's peculiar that creature is not present, considering I had made an appointment for her. Very intriguing.

Margaphone: Maybe it has something to do with who sent those warriors. Prevented, I suppose.

Gaydes: [nods] You may be correct. We had received word that Clardusa's soul was supposed to arrive here. [paused] Wait a minute...

Margaphone: [smiles] Yes... Could it be the leader the warriors were discussing? Should we tell Rizeus about it?

Gaydes: [shakes head] No. I won't take the risk of making a mess unless necessary. Instead, I plan to go to the living and seek out the lost soul.

Aphrosami: Okay, before we begin, I need you to remove the hood and mask. After all, it looks like you have been in it all day.

[Clardusa gulps]

Aphrosami: Don't worry. We're in a hiding spot. I won't reveal your name to anybody.

Perball: Moment, please.

[Perball and Clardusa started whispering]

Perball: [whispers] I'm still apprehensive about disclosing your identity to the Goddess of Love!

Clardusa: [whispers] I understand we can't have everything we desire. However, I'm hoping you're preparing for whatever follows.

Perball: [whispers] Okay.

[Soon, Perball stood back and removed the hood and mask. Aphrosami gasped]

Aphrosami: [jaw dropped] The Gorgon Clardusa?! [paused for a minute] But... You're supposed to be dead.

Perball: [sighs] I guess the reports were an exaggeration, huh?

Aphrosami: [sighs] Okay, Perball. Please tell me a more substantial reason to help her.

Perball: We required the most reliable resources to protect her and maintain her new life post-escape from her former circumstances. However, we must not disclose her identity to the masses.

Clardusa: [hand on chest] If uncovered, my children and pet could be in danger, so I cannot take the risk.

Aphrosami: [scratches chin] I remember the three creatures. You know, Perball. Your ruse won't go unnoticed for long.

Perball: [sighs] I know. That's why we came to you.

Aphrosami: I'd like to offer some advice before I fulfill your request, [shrugs] Why not just relocate to a different place so they won't be able to track them?

Perball: [sctraches chin] Hmm... I should keep that in mind.

Aphrodami: Let's head to the chamber with the potions and magic as quickly as possible; you seem worried about being seen. Okay, you too?

[Both nodded]

Aphrodami: Good. I'm glad I finished my rounds here, so we have some extra time.

[Soon, the goddess took the two, and they teleported inside her chamber. They instantly walked to another room filled with potions and magicbooks]

You're welcome. Also, this is where the breeding scene with Perball and Aphrosami comes into play, along with Clardusa's embarrassment, right after this moment.

Perball: [grins] Okay, Clardusa. I managed to find a few things from you.

[Clardusa looks over to the spellbook]

Clardusa: [scratches head] Barrier magic and a human disguise?

Perball: [nods] Yes. These spells can help you protect yourself with your gaze and use an appropriate guise.

Clardusa: Okay. What about you?

Perball: I decided to strengthen my equipment by casting lightning on my sword and arranging my helmet, shield, and sandals, besides the additional magical incantations that grabbed my attention. I may even add magic to your arrows.

[Clardusa managed to cast magic onto her arrows, received barrier magic, a new disguise, and got a golden longbow and shield with snake symbolism. Perball learned to use a lightning blade and fire, lightning, and ice magic]

Aphrosami: You two managed to get what you need?

Clardusa: I have. I just got my new bow, learned barrier magic, and my new disguise. [Clardusa transformed into Clarrisa, The Priestress] It's been a long time since I see myself in this. [examines herself]

Perball: [raises an eyebrow] Whoa. That used to be you?

Clardusa: [nods] Yes, before my curse happened. [looking down]

[Perball puts his hand on Clardusa's face, and she blushed]

Perball: [ears flopped downward] It is such a tragedy that Poseiwin was willing to shatter this, and now that I observe what you have become, it pains me. Gorgon or not, you're still exquisite.

[Clardusa became crimson, and Perball placed his hand downward. Soon, the warrior cast lighting on his sword, mixed with fire and ice]

Perball: [smiles] Perfect! I acquired the impressive powers of fire, ice, and lightning, with the last one identical to Rizeus.

Aphrosami: [nods] Good. Now, it's turn for a reward. First, Clardusa. Care to fix my hair and make it similar to yours? I figured to look ravishing and arouse Perball once we bred.

[Perball blushed]

Clardusa: [scratches head] Um...sure.

[After Clardusa does her hair, Perball, and Aphrosami mate.]

Perball and Aphrosami were mating energetically, their bodies entwined in various positions. Moans, pants, and grunts filled the air as their desire intensified. Watching them, Clardusa was overwhelmed with memories of Poseiwin grinding her and quickly looked away, trying to force the images out of her mind. A blush came over her cheeks as she endeavored to compose herself]

Aphrosami: [panting] I appreciate what you did to my hair, Clardusa. Just to let you know.

Clardusa: [clear throars] You're welcome.

Perball: [panting] Stand clear, Aphrosami! I am about to...

Aphrosami: [panting] Go for it!

After such intense sex and filling her up, they finally stopped.

Aphrosami: [wipes sweat] Whew! I can't remember the last time someone got me so wet!

Perball: [smiles] I comprehended the significance of your name. [slaps her butt]

[Aphrosami chuckles and kisses him on the cheek. The two looked at Clardusa, who is red as a ruby]

Aphrosami: [smiles] Oooh, Clardusa, do you enjoy the scenery?

[Clardusa panting]

Clardusa: [sweating] I'm going to find some water. [walked away]

Perball: [scratches chin and redressed] Hmm. I supposed it overwhelmed her.

Aphrosami: [redressed] [sighs] Ah, Perball. That is the usual reaction to a passionate embrace. In any case, I hope you've taken care of everything.

Perball: [nods] I thoroughly agree that your services were top-notch.

[After drinking some water to help calm herself, Clardusa took up her shield, arrows, and longbow to be prepared for relocating. Perball grabbed his sword, shield, sandals, and helmet, preparing to leave. He walked nearby Clardusa. The gorgon gulped the last bit of water]

Perball: [tilted his head] Are you feeling overwhelmed?

Clardusa: [sighs] A bit. [wipes her face]

Perball: [shurgs] I suppose my experience with Aphrosami has reminded you of the events that occurred with you and Poseiwin. I do not intend to be malicious in any way.

Clardusa: [shakes head] Let's not worry about it anymore. We have taken all the necessary steps to ensure the safety of my loved ones.

Perball: [nods] We must return. [To Aphrosami] Care to take us home?

[Aphrosami teleported the two back to the lower lands, further away from the market. Clardusa changed into Clarrisa]

Perball: [smiles] Great! Now we have everything we need to stay protected.

Clardusa: [nods] Yes. And I'm feeling like myself again.

[Perball put his weapons in his satchel and gazed at the market from a distance]

Perball: Want to purchase food since we're close to the market?

Clardusa: [sighs] Absolutely. Let's get something for my children and pet.